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In Focus
FLUSHING CAMERA CLUB NEWS … in our 46th year and counting. Member: Photographic Federation of Long Island (PFLI) “Together in friendship may we learn the art of photography” Visitors always welcome.
Volume 19 Number 5
January 2017
FCC Executive Committee
Officers:
President:
Joe Crupi 917-562-1202
Vice President:
Dorothy Gist 917-868-6811
Treasurer:
Norman Eng 718 358-1103
Secretary:
Uris Mckay 718-949-0868
Committee Chairpersons:
Administration/Hospitality: Sheila Golden Competition: Marty Fleischer, Bernie Gellman and Ken Whitehead Programs/Educatiohttp:/ Lucy Pearce, Helen Repstad, Michael Sender Membership: Barbara Shea, Mat Matsuyama, Irene Ofting Publicity: Helene Sender, Adam Holstein PFLI Competition: Helen Repstad The IN FOCUS Newsletter: Joe Crupi editor Ron Caldwell publisher Website Manager: Ron Caldwell ,Andrew Silver & Tony Coppeta Additional Board Members: Dennis Golin Historian: Marty Fleischer Web Site:
www.flushingcameraclub.org All rights reserved. We are a 501C3 org.
Meetings: 7:30 pm, 1st, 3rd, 5th Wednesdays at Flushing Hospital, Auditorium 5th Fl., 45 Ave & Parsons Blvd., Flushing. Park on street or in lot across the street from Hospital.FREE but Parking ticket MUST be validated by the Camera Club. Call to confirm meeting date. Dues: $40.00 for individual $60.00 for family;$20.00 for students: up to 23 yrs.old.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE: Sorry to start this column with a sad note. As you may know by now we recently learned of the passing of our beloved life member Dr, Joe Muratore. We will all miss him greatly. Read more on pages 2-3. Well the new year is here and with that the board is exploring many ideas. In keeping with the questionnaires you filled out we are working on a summer workshop in Photoshop, We are hoping to schedule 2 sessions in July and 2 more in August provided we get the space from the hospital. Details are being worked on so stay tuned. Also keep in mind that our May competition has a selected subject of “Black & White”. Only B&W images will be permitted. No sepia and no color added anywhere in the image, With the likelihood of snow these days it may be a good time to make some images. Remember to overexpose for white snow (see Russ’s column page 8}. Good luck to all and Happy New Year. photoJoe Crupi
2017 4th —competition #5 -
Judge – John Bruno Manhasset
& Great Neck CC
18th 7:15 Alternate Lighting by Ken Whitehead 7:30 Help with your cameras & table top set ups .
1st—competition #6 Judge – Kathy Baca 15th 7:15 Images of Africa by Tom Mrwik 7:30 Smart Phone Photography with Tony Coppeta
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In Memory of Dr. Joseph Muratore by Dorothy Gist Joseph Muratore attended L.I. College Hospital School of Medicine and the University of Lausanne, Switzerland. He completed residences in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at Flushing Hospital and was elected into the Medical Society of the County of Queens in 1961. After practicing general pediatrics in Astoria and Flushing, and retiring from active pediatric practice, he joined the staff at Flushing Hospital as Director of Ambulatory Pediatrics and became Administrative Vice-Chairman of the Pediatric Department until he retired in 1995. After retirement, Dr. Joe became a spokesman for seniors and served as AARP President, North Flushing. He was a community outreach leader and visited local legislators to improve the quality of life for all, 1925—2016 including seniors. His passion was with antiques with his daughter, Rosemary, and they focused on Carnival and Depression Glass and photoJoe Crupi were often called to lecture., . Dr. Joe joined the Flushing Camera Club (FCC) approximately in the mid 1990’s and made a lasting impression on all during his time with us. He will be long remembered for serving as Auctioneer at our annual Auctions. He was hilarious and kept us all laughing as he auctioned off the many items for sale. As our happy Auctioneer, he’d purchase so many items that did not sell … we’re certain those items are stored away in his garage! He made it such a fun evening Being a member of the Flushing Camera Club nurtured Dr. Joe’s lifelong hobby of photography. In November 2011, The Medical Society of the County of Queens, The Academy of Medicine of Queens County awarded Dr. Joe the Lifetime Achievement Award at Terrace on the Park. Dr. Joe and his wife, Alvera, had four children Member’s Reflections on Dr. Joseph Muratore Tony Coppeta: I wish I had known Dr. Joe longer. I met him at the Flushing Camera Club in 2013. I remember the first time I sat next to him and his wife Eve at a FCC holiday celebration. He had a friendly and warm glow with a big smile. He wore a plaid shirt and suspenders. We talked about his doctor days as a Pediatrician. Being Italian Americans, we shared a common background. When we had a lunch-in for Ron Caldwell, I sat right next to my new friend, Doctor Joe. I had such a great time sharing stories with him. I will miss him very much. I wish I had met him sooner. Joe Crupi: Dr. Joe was a long time member of the Flushing Camera Club and was one of the first people I met when I joined the Camera Club. I always looked forward to his smiling face and quirky jokes. He was a very kind and gentile person. This season I was looking forward to presenting him with his “Life Membership” in FCC. Many will remember Joe's great way of running the FCC auction for many years. Joe was also the one who initiated our affiliation with the Flushing Hospital. FCC is at a loss without him I will forever have fond memories of Joe… he will be greatly missed by all. Marty Fleischer: I remember Joe as just the most friendly soul: always, always, a smile on his face, and he had that uncanny ability to make you laugh. At our auctions, he would make us laugh until you couldn't laugh anymore. He was a longtime member and was here since the 90’s. They say laughter is the best medicine. You know Joe was a doctor...well, he knew how to make people feel better......for sure. We’ll certainly miss you a lot Dr. Joe: Rest in Peace. Ron Caldwell: I remember Dr. Joe for his quick wit and growing photography skills. He led several of us into the doctors’ lounge on occasion to get coffee. He was a genuinely nice man. Continued next page
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In Memory of Dr. Joseph Muratore continued Victor and Nick Fichera: Dr. Joe was really special: he was larger than life. I would often bump into him at Gino’s pizza or St. Andrews and everyone knew him. It was as if NYC was a small town and everyone knew the local “mayor” of Flushing. He was also such a vital and active member of our local organizations. When I was rummaging through old e-mails, I noticed that a great party was thrown for him in his honor, how appropriate. At a personal level, he was a dear friend to my Dad and they would often talk up a storm whenever they met. He touched so many lives and was truly a “man of the people.” Dorothy Gist: When Ron Caldwell came to visit and when Mary Thompson’s Mom passed, Dr. Joe and Eve were there at the get-together luncheons and he had stories to tell. After one of our celebrations at Flushing Camera Club, I drove Dr. Joe and Eve home and his key didn’t work. He kept apologizing; I kept saying no more apologies! After a bit of time Eve searched in her bag, found a key …it worked! They promised me a cup of tea at some future time. His warmth will be greatly missed. Jimmy Li: Dr. Joe Muratore was a classy gentleman; I've always known him as a kind and humble soul with a quick smile and gentle warmth. God has asked for another Angel to return to Heaven. Joe Mancher: When I was in NY with Flushing Camera Club some years ago, I was setting up the scoring machine for competition and after several attempts; I could not get the images in focus. I went over to Dr. Joe and shared my concern with the images. Dr. Joe looked at my eyes and told me to go to the doctor immediately in the morning. I followed his orders and it was the start of my Macular Degeneration. He was such a great guy and really enjoyed the Flushing camera club. Selma & Marty Mirsky: It is sad news that we lost Dr. Joe Muratore and Mary O'Conner and both did so much for the Flushing Camera Club. We celebrate their memories. Helene Sender: Joe was kind, thoughtful and helpful with everyone but, I will always remember him best for the loving, tender & gentle care that he took of Eve, his wife. Michael Sender: Dr. Joe was always photographically supportive and informative to me …and to many other members of the Flushing Camera Club. He made such an impact on us and I’ll always have great memories of Dr. Joe … and I know other members will also.
Dr. Joe brought so much joy and laughter into our lives. Let’s reflect on all the beautiful memories and give thanks for him touching our lives. He will be greatly missed. Thank You Dr. Joe! Flushing Camera Club will be making a $50 donation in Joe’s name to the St Jude Children’s Hospital.
Photo of Dr Joe and his bride Eve. Provided by his daughter
Rosemary Trietsch
Members wishing to make additional donations can do so at WWW.StJude.org Joe’s daughter is Rosemary Trietsch of 23 Lee Ave. Albertson NY 11507
Reminder: Our January 18 meeting will be an opportunity to get help with your cameras. Senior members will be available to assist those with questions on the operation of their cameras. After that, some table top set ups will be available to practice what you learned. Bring your camera, owners manual and tripod if you have one.
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Our event started with a great assortment of snacks, beverages and goodies. Much of which was graciously donated by our most generous members keeping up a long lasting tradition of giving and sharing at FCC.
It was especially nice to see that John Baratta was able to attend. He is still undergoing sessions of rehab. Keep it up John—great to see you up and about.
Our presenter that night was Richard DiDalto who showed us how to blur a waterfalls or stream using a program already in many of our cameras. This was compared to the old standby of using a very dark neutral density filter. Pros and cons of both were explained. Richard then went on to demonstrate some photoshop procedures as requested by the membership. The evening continued with a showing of “Masters of Photography” B&W episodes. This was followed with a question and answer session from the membership. Joan Egan who was not able to attend donated one of our beautiful FCC golf shirts. The lucky winner was Barbara Shea. Thanks Joan. Barbara sure looked happy to receive it.. Speaking of winning Michael Sender was the 50/50 winner that night and donated his winnings back to the club. Thank you Michael. Tony’s new Honda was t-boned when someone ran a stop sign and struck him on his way to our party. He writes the following... Thank God I was wearing my Ugly Christmas sweater on my way to our FCC Holiday party! I believe it saved my life! From now on it will be known as my "Lucky Shirt!" Besides.. who would tell me that it wasn't a pretty shirt anyway???? Lol Thanks to all the members who stopped for all your support, Tony Coppeta
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JUDGE:
IOM
B Group
POINTS
IMAGES
Salon Group
POINTS
IMAGES
Steve Silverman
20
8
Barbara Shea
19.5
8
Georgina Eng
12
8
Joe Crupi
18.5
8
David Gerhards
10.5
8
Tony Coppeta
18
8
Norman Eng
9.5
4
Lucy Pearce
17.5
8
Conrad Tinney
9.5
4
Bernard Huang
17
8
Joseph Schutz
7
4
Tom Mrwik
15.5
8
Belle Smith
7
5
Martin Fleischer
14
8
Susan Ma
4
4
Helen Repstad
14
8
Shelia Golden
2.5
5
Andrew Silver
11.5
8
Dennis Golin
6
2
Russ Burden
5.5
2
Stan Strauss
2.5
1
Tony Coppeta
19
8
IOM
A Group
IOM
Creative Group
William Lopez
21
8
IOM
Terry Chen
19.5
8
William Lopez
15
8
Henry Szcepanski
18
8
Helen Repstad
13.5
6
Ken Whitehead
17
8
Roy Woelfel
12
8
Bernie Gellman
16
8
Bernie Gellman
7.5
4
Sherre Lin
16
8
Archie Reyes
4.5
3
Louise DeStefano
14.5
8
Steve Silverman
4
3
Archie Reyes
14
7
Andrew Silver
3
2
Roy Woelfel
11.5
8
Stan Strauss
1
1
Uris McKay
10
8
Adam Holstein
7.5
4
Rich DeDalto
6.5
4
Compiled by Helen Repstad and Marty Fleischer
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B= Steve Silverman, I give a hoot
A= Henry Sz., Crossing the sky
C= Tonny Coppeta, sidewalk rust
S= Russ Burden, Bee Eater
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Scores for Flushing for December Judges - John Brokos - Carol DiRenzo - Tom Crosley - Joe Senzatimoe CRE Bernie Gellman CRE William Lopez CRE Helen Repstad CRE Roy woelfel CRE Tony Coppeta DPA Helen Repstad DPA Barbara Shea DPA Joe Crupi DPA Bernard Huang DPAII Martin Fleischer DPAII Ken Whitehead DPAII Sherre Lin DPAII Lucy Pearce DPAII Tom Mrwik DPAIII William Lopez DPAIII Tony Coppeta
Spinning 21 Creative Sunglasses 21 Blossoms 21 Liquify 21 Ruby Lips 22 Thistle 21 PINK WATERLILY 21 Night Into Day 21 skimmer fishing 21 Summer Morning Droplets 21 Orange Color Flower 22 lake in morning 22 White Egret 22 The Smiling Cub F&C 750 22 Couple at Cadillac Mountain 22 African King 24
DPB Belle Smith Pink Dal DPB Archie Reyes Lotus DPB Conrad Tinney Morning in the Cove DPB Bernie Gellman Ballerina DPB Adam Holstein Tree Blosoom Blur 2 DPBII Georgina Eng Oculus DPBII David Gerhards Trees & reflections DPBII Henry SzcZepanski Nude in Black and White DPBII Louise Destefano Velvet Star DPBII J Schutz A CENTURY APART DPBIII norman eng Disney Center DPBIII Uris McKay Victoria DPBIII Richard DeDalto Bird DPBIII Terry Chen Night of 911 DPBIII Steve Silverman LUNCH TIME Compiled by Helen Repstad
Ask Tim Grey eNewsletter Question: Most inkjet printers use a print resolution of around 360 ppi . I always set my output resolution at 360 ppi with good results. However the specs for my printer, a Canon Pixma MP610 state a print resolution of 600 x 600 for mono and 9600 x 2400 for color. So what am I missing? Is the true resolution (from a photo printing standpoint) different from the manufacturers stated output resolution?
Answer: The confusion here relates to the pixel resolution of the image compared to the number of ink droplets put down on paper by the printer. Put simply, multiple droplets of ink are required to produce a single pixel from your photo when printing an image. http://greylearning.com Don’t be so dramatic. You are not the only one to get hot flashes.
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Russ Burden Tips http://www.russburdenphotography.com/ The “gray snow problem”
Have you ever tried taking photos of a beautiful winter landscape covered in bright white snow? And, did the snow in all your photos end up looking gray, instead of that beautiful white? The “gray snow problem” is very common, and happens because your camera’s light meter sees everything as neutral gray. When it looks at the bright white snow, it just thinks you’re trying to photograph a gray subject in brighter light, so it underexposes your shot. Fortunately, there are three easy ways to avoid this problem: Exposure compensation
The easiest way to get a proper exposure for your snow photos is to use exposure compensation. If you’re in aperture priority mode, you should have an option to increase or decrease the camera’s recommended exposure. Usually, setting the exposure compensation between +1 and +2 will give you a good exposure for snow covered scenes. Use a gray card
If you want a truly perfect exposure of that beautiful winter landscape, your best bet is to use an 18% gray card. Here’s how to use them:
1. Switch to aperture priority mode, so you get an automatic exposure 2. Hold the gray card in front of your lens, so the gray covers the entire frame (make sure the light on the card is just like the light on your subject)
3. Snap a photo, and take note of the exposure 4. Switch to full manual mode, and use the exposure from above (even though your camera will say it’s too high) Compose your snowy landscape, and press the shutter! Expose off the sky
If you’re taking the photo when there’s a blue sky, then you can just get a meter reading off the sky, and use that exposure for the snow covered scene. To do this, make sure you turn on “spot metering” when getting a reading off the sky. (Reprinted From the PHOTO NATURALIST)
To learn more about this subject, join me on one of my photo tours. Please visit www.russburdenphotography.com to get more information.
"Who dares nothing, need hope for nothing." - Johann Friedrich Von Schiller
LETS NOT FORGET….
All the best to Nick Fichera currently residing in Ozanam Hall in Bayside. Get well soon to Andy Silver who is recovering from back surgery.
